Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless

Intelligent
Willing

Smooth Torkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

New Zealand

Yorkshire Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier

Border Collie

2000's

1867

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Pied
Fawn
Black

Black
White
Fawn

A Smooth Torkie can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A New Zealand Heading Dog can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

None Known

Entropion
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hydrocephalus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hyperadrenocorticism
Cryptorchidism
Myasthenia Gravis

Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Knee X-Rays

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests

Smooth Torkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

New Zealand Heading Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Torkies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Torkie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For New Zealand Heading Dog, it's at least 30 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Smooth Torkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The New Zealand Heading Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Smooth Torkie feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-66 pound (25 - 30 kg) New Zealand Heading Dog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Smooth Torkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a New Zealand Heading Dog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Torkie is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a New Zealand Heading Dog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Smooth Torkie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

New Zealand Heading Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Smooth Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Torkies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Smooth Torkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Smooth Torkies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The New Zealand Heading Dog is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.